AUDITION DATES

Attend one of the following:

Sunday, March 7, 2027 at 7:30 p.m.
Monday, March 8, 2027 at 7:30 p.m.

Callbacks, if invited, will be held Tuesday, March 9, 2027 at 7:30 p.m.

LOCATION

Davis Musical Theatre Company
Jean Henderson Performing Arts Center
607 Pena Drive, Davis, CA 95618

PRODUCTION TEAM

Directed by Ed Gyles Jr.
Musical Direction by [NAME]
Choreographed by [NAME]

PRODUCTION SCHEDULE

Rehearsals begin March 14, 2027.

Performances run April 30–May 23, 2027. Performers must be available for all technical rehearsals and performances. A complete rehearsal and performance schedule will be provided at auditions.

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS

Please prepare 16–32 bars, or approximately one minute, of a song in the style of the show. Do not select a song from Come From Away. Bring sheet music in the appropriate key for the accompanist. A cappella singing and recorded accompaniment are not permitted.

Auditions may also include a movement combination. Please wear or bring clothing and shoes that allow you to move safely and comfortably.

Please bring:

Sheet music for your prepared vocal selection
A current headshot and résumé, if available
A complete list of scheduling conflicts
A completed audition form

Walk-ins are welcome, but auditioners are encouraged to sign up online at dmtc.org. The audition form may be completed digitally in advance or on paper at the audition.

The callback list will be posted on the DMTC website following Monday evening’s auditions.

For questions or additional information, contact
info@dmtc.org or visit
https://dmtc.org.

PLOT SYNOPSIS

Come From Away is based on the remarkable true story of the thousands of airline passengers diverted to Gander, Newfoundland, following the attacks of September 11, 2001. When 38 planes carrying people from around the world unexpectedly land in this isolated community, the population of the small town nearly doubles overnight.

Despite limited resources, cultural differences, and uncertainty about what lies ahead, the people of Gander open their homes and hearts to the stranded travelers. Told through an energetic ensemble and a stirring folk-inspired score, Come From Away is a celebration of compassion, resilience, and the connections people create during extraordinary circumstances.

Recommended for audiences ages 10 and older.

*Come From Away contains mature themes, references to the September 11 attacks, grief, death, anxiety, prejudice, and Islamophobia.*

AVAILABLE ROLES

All roles are open. DMTC does not pre-cast. DMTC welcomes performers of all backgrounds and encourages auditioners to consider any role with which they identify.

Come From Away is an ensemble-driven production performed by 12 principal actors, each portraying multiple characters. Every performer must create several distinct identities through changes in voice, physicality, and characterization. The company remains active throughout much of the production, and strong ensemble instincts, musicality, storytelling ability, and stamina are essential.

Listed character ages and vocal ranges are approximate and may be adjusted at the discretion of the production team.

Claude & others

The gregarious and well-liked Mayor of Gander, Newfoundland, Claude loves his work, the townspeople and his daily traditions, but he's never had to deal with a crisis of this magnitude before.

Also plays Derm and Brenda’s Brother, Eddie.

Gender: male

Age: 40 to 60

Vocal range top: G4

Bonnie & others

A no-nonsense mother of three, Bonnie is the head of the Gander area SPCA. When she discovers animals are trapped on the planes, she stops at nothing to ensure their safety - but in frustration, she often lashes out at those around her.

Also plays Martha.

Gender: female

Age: 30 to 40

Vocal range top: B4

Beulah & others

The head of the Gander Legion, with a firefighter son, who walks Hannah to her church and prays with her.

Also plays Delores.

Gender: female

Age: 40 to 60

Oz & others

The quirky constable in the two-person Gander police force. When the town's population suddenly doubles, Oz helps out in unexpected ways.

Also plays Joey, Customs Officer, Mr. Michaels, Terry, Matty, Rabbi, and Head Cardiologist.

Gender: male

Age: 30 to 50

Vocal range top: G4

Janice & others

An eager new local TV reporter, Janice is thrown into the deep end on her first day. Initially naïve about the world, Janice must face the pain and confusion around her.

Also plays Britney and Flight Attendant.

Gender: female

Age: 20 to 30

Vocal range top: E5

Beverley/Annette & others

Beverely: The first female captain for American Airlines Pilot, Beverly Bass has always loved flying, when her world suddenly changes.

Annette: A schoolteacher at Gander Academy with an active fantasy life.

Also plays Reporter.

Gender: female

Age: 50 to 60

Vocal range top: C#5

Diane & others

A traditional divorcee from Texas, who is terrified that her son may have been flying at the time of the attacks. When she finds out that he's safe, she's given a new lease on life and discovers a wilder more carefree side of herself.

Also plays Crystal and Brenda.

Gender: female

Age: 50 to 60

Vocal range top: C#5

Vocal range bottom: A3

Nick/Doug & others

Nick: An English oil engineer who is focused on his work, Nick's life is turned upside down when he falls for Diane.

Doug: An Air Traffic Controller, married to Bonnie, who tries to help his wife and the animals.

Also plays Officer Stephenson, and Male Townsperson.

Gender: male

Age: 50 to 60

Vocal range top: E4

Kevin T/Garth & others

Kevin T: The head of an environmental energy company in Los Angeles, Kevin was on vacation with his boyfriend (and secretary, also named Kevin), when they are stranded in Gander. Inspired by the town's generosity, Kevin creates the Pay It Forward Foundation.

Garth: The head of the local union, representing the Bus Drivers.

Also plays President Bush.

Gender: male

Age: 30 to 50

Vocal range top: G4

Kevin J/Ali & others

Kevin J: Kevin's boyfriend and secretary. Sarcastic and unhappy, he wants to leave as soon as possible.

Ali: An Egyptian man traveling to America who experiences isolation and Islamophobia but who finds a connection to Beulah.

Also plays Dwight.

Gender: male

Age: 30 to 50

Hannah & others

The mother of a firefighter in Manhattan, Hannah waits for news about her son and is comforted by Beulah.

Also plays Margie and Mickey.

Gender: female

Age: 40 to 60

Vocal range top: E5

Bob & others

A hardened New Yorker, Bob is suspicious of where he's landed, fearing that it's World War 3, that someone is going to shoot him and steal his wallet - but instead, he ends up losing his New York jadedness.

Also plays Muhumuza and Captain Bristol.

Gender: male

Age: 20 to 40

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